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Vegan Chicken

This vegan chicken is a fantastic alternative to traditional chicken: it has the same texture, is high in protein, and couldn't be easier to make. Plus, it's incredibly versatile, you can pair it with any sauce you like and it will taste delicious. And the best part? This recipe requires only 5 ingredients!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Resting Time12 hours
Total Time13 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: vegan chicken
Servings: 4
Calories: 244kcal
Author: Carlo Cao

Equipment

  • food-processor

Ingredients

  • 150 g canned white beans
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 120 ml water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 150 g vital wheat gluten
Metric - Imperial (US)

Instructions

  • Add beans, water, oil and salt to a food processor and pulse until completely smooth. Stir in vital wheat gluten and continue mixing until you get a mixture with a "minced meat consistency".
  • Lightly press the mixture onto a cutting board. Then fold one side over the other and press the edges together to seal. Wrap it tightly in baking paper and then in aluminum foil.
  • Cook in boiling water for 1 hour. Then remove from the water and allow to cool completely. For best results, let the vegan chicken rest in the fridge overnight before shredding it into pieces.
  • Use immediately or store in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.

Nutrition

Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 309mg | Potassium: 208mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 3mg